CBD is the latest craze but unlike many previous products that have held that moniker, it has some real staying power and more importantly scientific evidence backing up some of its claimed benefits. You have likely heard people, publications and more talking about the benefits of it but is CBD oil actually legal? If you [...]
As Coronavirus or COVID19 rages, governments are advising on self-isolation and implementing lockdown measures to curb its spread. The steps are aimed at minimizing contact with the hopes of flattening the curve and reducing the spread of this contagious and severe virus. Staying at home is the right way of protecting yourself and your loved [...]
What Are Some of The Benefits of Kratom? While the majority tends to use kratom mainly for mild pain management and also as a recreational herb, its benefits extend well beyond the physical. The right type of strain may help you with depression and anxiety (to some level). However, finding the right strain for the [...]
(Please note this post is sponsored and written in response to other articles and podcasts concerning these products. Thank you.) CBD gummies have become one of America’s most popular food items. CBD gummies were among 2019’s most googled topics, topping even searches for popular buys such as shapewear and smartwatches. As consumer knowledge regarding CBD [...]
We all have those nights when no matter what we try, we just cannot get to sleep. That feeling of lying in bed while the rest of the world sleeps can feel lonely and often leads to negative thoughts that make it even harder to fall asleep. While one night of lying awake and feeling [...]
Online counseling has become a buzz in the mental health industry, and it is all for the right reasons. Millions of people are already using these services as they find online therapy to be convenient and a better choice than the traditional methods. The real question, however, is: is online counseling the answer to all [...]
The past 30 years have been a golden era for cannabis research. The plant, which was vilified for much of the 20th century, is finally being recognized for its medical uses, rather than as a disruptive force which makes users dependent while adversely affecting their mental health. Much of the positive cannabis publicity is focused [...]
Illnesses often come in different shapes and forms as well as catch you unaware a lot of the time. They can completely throw your life off track, however, it’s key that you explore practical ways of coping. Although some illnesses are more severe than others, you should find solace in the fact that there are [...]
Teamwork on the slopes Photo by Ethan Hu, CC0 One top trending topic in recent years has been that of ‘self-care’. But what does the phrase actually mean, and how can you go about meaningfully practicing it? ‘Self-care’ is loosely defined as taking independent steps towards improving your own health and wellbeing, perhaps with [...]
Whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, it is extremely difficult to handle a crisis. However, matters only become more complicated when you are living with a mental illness. Instead of starting with a clean slate, you already have more than enough to deal with. This can make a crisis situation seem like an impossible [...]
